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First Ever Networking Event
On April 30th, 2019, the Loretto Alumnae Association hosted the first of what we hope to be a series of networking events. Guests included alumnae of both Loretto College School and Loretto Abbey spanning decades of graduates. Your diversity added to the energy and...
Alumna Spotlight on Kathy Martinez, Loretto College, 2018
At The College When you begin high school you are reminded time and time again that making friends and taking part in extracurriculars is what you will truly cherish and hold on to as you move on in your academic career. Boy were they right! When I reflect on my years...
LAT Class of ’69 Weekend Reunion
On Sunday afternoon, May 5, 2019, over two thirds of those who had been classmates 50 years ago gathered at downtown Toronto’s C’est What to mingle and share food, drinks, and toasts to those who couldn’t be with us – also hugs, updates, and memories. Full marks to...
Alumna Spotlight, Rosemary Gagliardi, Loretto Abbey, Class of 2015
At the AbbeyMy first memory from my time at the Abbey, happened to not be in the actual building. I remember being so nervous to go to my Camp White Pine as a grade nine student and meet all these new people. However, by the time camp was over I couldn’t wait to get...
Alumna Spotlight on Sara Pedrosa, Loretto College, 2002
At The College When I think of Loretto, I think of a long corridor of graduation photos. They were full of faces of bright young women in white gowns embarking on new lives. Each class had a story and so did each student. Today, as a member of Loretto College faculty,...
Making a Difference at the UN
Honouring IBVM UN for International Women's Day"Women should and can provide something more than ordinary in the face of the common need" - Mary Ward, Founder IBVMInternational Women’s Day is a day for us to reflect and appreciate all that women have accomplished. As...
Alumna Spotlight on Amparo Findlay, Loretto Abbey, 1980
At The Abbey Mrs. Josie Minard, who exuded great style, elegance and flair, comes to mind. She taught me how to sew with precision and care, and so began my lifelong love of sewing and for fashion. Her attention to detail and meticulous instruction was a huge asset...
My first 6 months with the Loretto Alumnae Association
It’s been nearly 20 years since my time at Loretto College School (LCS). In my time, the school was located on Brunswick Ave., in the heart of the Annex in Toronto. I met my best friends. I discovered art. I was a star athlete. I learned that the stage was not my...
Alumna Spotlight on Cindy Vautour Smith, Loretto College 1992
At the College I started Grade 9 in the fall of 1988. I chose Loretto College because of its theatre, arts and music programs. I was very interested in the creative arts. When Mrs. McClelland became my art teacher in Grade 11, she unlocked all of my creative talent....
Alumna Spotlight on Rochelle Ivri, Loretto Abbey 1994
At The Abbey Rochelle Richards graduated from the Abbey in 1994 and remains in touch with many of her friends and teachers. She reflects on her time at the Abbey with fondness: "There were so many wonderful teachers but the teachers that had the most impact...